Nirav N. Thakkar
Expertise in
23
conditions

Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar

Otolaryngology
16001 108th Ave, 
Orland Park, IL 
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Expertise in
23
conditions
16001 108th Ave, 
Orland Park, IL 

Overview

Nirav Thakkar is an Otolaryngologist practicing medicine in Orland Park, Illinois.

Dr. Thakkar is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His clinical expertise encompasses Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, Renal Oncocytoma, Laryngectomy, and Gastrostomy.

Dr. Thakkar is board certified in American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery. He is actively involved in clinical research, co-authoring 3 peer reviewed articles. Dr. Thakkar is currently accepting new patients.

Specialties

Otolaryngology

Licenses

Otolaryngology in IL

Board Certifications

American Board Of Otolaryngology - Head And Neck Surgery

Hospital Affiliations

Silver Cross Hospital And Medical Centers
Advocate Christ Hospital & Medical Center
Advocate Trinity Hospital
Palos Community Hospital
Advocate Good Samaritan Hospital

Languages Spoken

English

Gender

Male

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Locations

Midwest ENT Alliance, PLLC
16001 108th Ave, Orland Park, IL 60467

Clinical Research

Clinical research consists of overseeing clinical studies of patients undergoing new treatments and therapies, and publishing articles in peer reviewed medical journals. Providers who actively participate in clinical research are generally at the forefront of the fields and aware of the most up-to-date advances in treatments for their patients.

3 Total Publications

Publisher Correction: The P-loop NTPase RUVBL2 is a conserved clock component across eukaryotes.
Publisher Correction: The P-loop NTPase RUVBL2 is a conserved clock component across eukaryotes.
Journal: Nature
Published: June 19, 2025
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Frequently Asked Questions about Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar

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You can book an appointment with Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar by calling their office at 708-460-0007. MediFind provides direct contact information so you can schedule visits, second opinions, or consultations without navigating third-party calendars.

Is Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar a top-rated expert for Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands?

MediFind is an objective health platform that identifies experts based on real-world data. Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar is classified as an Distinguished expert for Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, meaning they are among the top experts in the country for this condition. This ranking is based on their volume of patients, published research, and peer connections.

What conditions does Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar specialize in?

While Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar is a Otolaryngology, they have specific expertise in Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands, Salivary Gland Tumors, and Renal Oncocytoma. MediFind analyzes a doctor's articles and referral patterns to identify their specific areas of focus within Otolaryngology.

Does Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar participate in research or clinical trials?

Yes. Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar has published 3 articles and abstracts on conditions like Acinic Cell Carcinoma of Salivary Glands. You can view a list of Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar's latest peer-reviewed publications and clinical trial participation on their profile to see if they are active in new treatments.

Does Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar accept my insurance?

Dr. Nirav N. Thakkar accepts most major insurance plans, including Aetna and Anthem BCBS. We recommend calling the office directly at 708-460-0007 to verify that your specific plan is currently accepted before your visit.

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